Trouble Appears to be Brewing in Dunn Police Department

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DUNN — In the last six months, four Dunn police officers
have been fired and a fifth is under investigation. The town of 10,000
residents only has 30 officers at full staff.

In September, an officer was fired for using excessive force, in
January a 26-year veteran of the force was fired for altering an
employment application. A few days later, a lieutenant resigned amid
allegations he gave alcohol to a minor. Now, a 17-year veteran is charged
with police brutality.

Dunn Police Chief Kenny Sills says sometimes, this sort of trouble can
start from within the department.

Resident Anthony Johnson says he knows the stress of police work can
take its toll.

While the past six months have been difficult for the force, the next
six months should reveal whether the problems can be addressed. Two of the
fired officers are appealing their cases. The officer currently under
investigation has been confined to administrative duties.

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